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Driver San Francisco

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 17:25:27 -0400

Driver: San Francisco is the sequel to 2006's poorly-received Driver: Parallel Lines. Since then the game has changed developers and publishers, and has been redesigned from the ground up. The game takes place slightly after the end of Driv3r, and the protagonist, John Tanner goes into a coma after crashing while chasing his former comrade Charles Jericho through San Francisco. The game takes place in Tanner's coma dreamworld, which gives the player and developer more freedom than before, and allows there to be features such as "Shift," which is instant car switching while driving. Shift switches into a top-down mode, where the player picks a new car from other cars on the road. Shift then physically changes the location of the player into the new car, allowing it to be used as a travel and strategic mechanic. Because of this feature, none of the game is on-foot, and that function has been removed altogether. Also new to the franchise is the online multiplayer, which has several modes and supports up to eight people.

Features

Sanbox San Fransico environment
Over 280 miles of road
"Shift" car switching
Dreamworld allows for weird physics
Online multiplayer
All driving, no walking
Redesigned from ground up
Sequel to Driv3r

Child of Eden

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:22:15 -0500

Child of Eden is a game designed specifically to play with motion controllers such as the Playstation Move and Xbox Kinect. It is also only available on the two aforementioned platforms. Child of Eden is a music based game with shooter elements. Players are required to shoot various objects on screen. By using gestures other functions can be accessed such as weapon change. The game has been well received by many reviewers citing its innovative and immersive game play with a high degree of replayability. The game's five levels can be considered as dynamic as it changes during ever play through; these changes are based on the player's performance and playing style. Child of Eden is a worth addition to anyone's game collection.

Features

Designed for Kintec, PS Move
Compatible with traditional controllers
5 immersive levels
Dynamic levels that changes according to playing style
Multiple shooting modes
Gesture control
Available on Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 only
Highly replayable

IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:20:48 -0500

IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover is a combat flight simulator based in 1940 Britain. The plot involves fighting off German and Italian air forces trying to invade Britain. Players man a British RAF combat plane and subsequently fly through London, southern/northern England, northern France, and southern Belgium. Featured are over 25 aircrafts, extremely detailed environments, and enhanced realism—so much so that every aircraft component can suffer damage. Note that there are singleplayer missions as well as massive multiplayer campaigns in which up to 128 players can simultaneously battle either in teams or in a freestyle shoot em up deathmatch.

Features

Combat Flight Simulator
Based in WW2 Britain
Over 25 Aircrafts
Enormous Environments
Enhanced Damage Model
Massive Multiplayer
Upgraded 3D Engine

Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 17:51:54 -0400

Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood is a third person action game for the Xbox 360, Playstation 3, and PC. In single player mode the player is Ezio, the legendary Master Assassin from the second game, and continues the story while interacting with historical caracters such as Leonardo da Vinci, Niccolo Machiavelli and Caterina Sforza. Assassins are recruited and placed strategically around the city to aid the player in the quest. There are 15 hours of single player gameplay. Multiplayer mode is also available, with multiple character classes and a variety of signature moves and weapons.

Features

Multiple character classes
Richly-detailed maps
Multiplayer modes
15 hours of single player gameplay
Recruit and deploy assassins across the city
Historical character interaction
Large number of weapons

Far Cry 2

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 13:14:05 -0500

Released on October 21st 2008, Far Cry 2 is the long awaited sequel to the popular first person shooter of the same name. With the same open world concept, Far Cry 2 abandons the plot and science fiction elements of the first game to focus more on bringing the storyline into line with the 'realistic' elements that made the original a success. Similar to games such as Fallout 3, the game will be released on Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 as well as PC - bringing the overall system requirements for the later down considerably. The game still remains quite demanding, however, requiring very powerful video cards as well as powerful RAM and CPUs to attain decent frame rates at higher resolutions and levels of detail.

PC System Requirements

Minimum: Pentium 4 3.2 GHz, Pentium D 2.66 Ghz, AMD Athlon 64 3500+ or better, 1GB of memory (2GB for Vista), 6GB of free disk space, NVidia 6800 or ATI X1650 or better; must support Pixel Shader 3.0
Recommended: Intel Core 2 Duo Family, AMD 64 X2 5200+, AMD Phenom or better, 2GB of memory, 6GB of free disk space, NVidia 8600 GTS or better, ATI X1900 or better

Shaun White Skateboarding

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 17:25:27 -0400

Shaun White Skateboarding is a new take on the skateboarding genre by Ubisoft. It is based on the dual-sport athlete that is Shaun White, of Shaun White Snowboarding. It crosses the park creation genre of RollerCoaster Tycoon and SimCity, with the skateboarding of Tony Hawk and Skate. At the start of the game, Shaun White or the players custom skater is in the middle of an entirely gray and dull city. As the player skates he adds color to the city, transforming it into a skating paradise. As the player does grinds off of certain rails, he can continue the grind in midair, drawing a pipe to create a path to a higher area, a longer rail, or an inter-connected web of trick rails. The pipes can be redrawn at any time. This makes for a huge number of in-game challenges. The progression centers around opening up new areas of the city using the shaping mechanisms, as well as time-attack and high score modes which force the player to shape the area for speed or for giant tricks. Ubisoft has stated the game has multiplayer, and it is unknown whether or not there will be a mechanism to share creations between players.

Features

Shaun White
Skateboarding crossed with world creation genre
In-game level creation
Extend grind rails through the air
Time attack mode
High score mode
Multiplayer

Assassin's Creed

Thu, 15 May 2008 08:52:38 -0400

The first game in the Assassin’s Creed franchise is set in 1191 AD, when the Third Crusade was tearing the Holy Land apart. Shrouded in secrecy and feared for their ruthlessness, the Assassins intend to stop the hostilities by suppressing both sides of the conflict. Players, assuming the role of the main character Altair, will have the power to throw their immediate environment into chaos and to shape events during this pivotal moment in history.

Jerusalem, 1191 AD. The Third Crusade is tearing the Holy Land apart. You are an elite Assassin sent to stop the hostilities by suppressing the powers on both the Crusader and Saracen sides. But as you carry out your missions, a conspiracy begins to unfold. You find yourself tangled up in a conflict that threatens not only the Holy Land, but the entire world. « Nothing is true, everything is permitted »

Be an assassin: Plan your attacks, strike without mercy, and fight your way to escape.
Realistic and responsive environments: Every action has consequences. Crowds react to your moves, and will either help or hinder you on your quests.
Action with total freedom: Eliminate your targets wherever, whenever, and however. Do whatever it takes to achieve your objectives.

Fit in Six

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:44:59 -0500

Fit in Six is a fitness simulation game released for the Nintendo Wii and Playstation 3 in March, 2011. Designed to focus on six areas of fitness—core body, upper body, lower body, cardio, balance, and flexibility—Fit in Six features individually tailored workouts that can later be expanded via additional downloads. Each workout was designed by an experienced fitness professional and comes with clear verbal and visual instructions, as well as synchronized animations and music. Also included are fitness tests for evaluating one’s fitness level, statistical reports for tracking one’s progress, and social network integration for sharing results with friends and family members. Note that the PS3 version works via a Playstation Eye camera and a Playstation Move controller, while the Wii relies on the Wii System Camera and the Wii controller. Note also that the PS3 version includes some extra stuff, including the ability to import custom music.

Features

Fitness Simulation Game
Individual Goals
Full Workouts
Fitness Tests
Clear Instructions
Visualized statistics
Synchronized Music
Social Network Integration
Custom Music (PS3 Only)
Downloadable Content (PS3 Only)

Your Shape Fitness Evolved

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 17:25:28 -0400

Your Shape Fitness Evolved is a Kinect-based fitness game for Xbox 360 released in November 2010. Unlike EA Sports and Biggest Loser: Ultimate Workout, Your Shape Fitness is more fun friendly. It includes family-friendly mini-games and a personal trainer designed to help the user meet their specific fitness goals. Also featured is yoga, martial arts, and a real-time precise tracking system that offers immediate feedback for everything done. There isn’t advanced performance tracking (Ultimate) or a heart-rate monitor (EA). Overall critics say Your Shape Fitness Evolved is like watching a fitness-channel program, but with added interactive elements.

Features

Fitness Game
Kinect Control
User Body Motion
Family Friendly
Mini-Games
Interactive Personal Trainer
Yoga / Martial Arts
Real-Time Tracking w/Live Feedback
Customizable At-Home Workouts
Sleeve-Busting Arms Workout
Ultimate Men’s Fat Loss Workout
Perfect Legs and Butt Workout
Toned Arms and Shoulders Workout
Skinny Jeans Workout

Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Future Soldier

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:17:25 -0500

Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Future Soldier is a third-person shooter style video game for Windows PC, Playstation 3, Xbox 360, Wii, NDS and PSP platforms. It will be the fifth release in the Ghost Recon series. This installment will take a futuristic approach to the game, with advanced technology, high tech weapons prototypes, as well as up-to-date single-player and multiplayer modes and options. Gameplay is to be set in Norway, the Middle East and Asia.

Cesar Millan's Dog Whisperer

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:16:28 -0500

Released in October 2008 by Ubisoft, Cesar Millan's Dog Whisperer for the Nintendo DS is more training program than game. A simulation with 40 different types of canine issues (like fear, separation anxiety, hyperactivity, and obsession), the player learns how to understand their dogs via Millan's "calm-assertive energy" techniques. Rehabilitating one dog at a time, the player advances through a series of mini-quizzes, activities, and diagnostics, while a virtual Cesar Millan acts as guide and mentor.

Lock on: Flaming Cliffs 2 Expansion

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:49:25 -0500

Lock on: Flaming Cliffs 2 Expansion is an expansion pack for the Lock On combat flight simulation series, featuring additional American and Russian aircraft, including the SU-25T aircraft. It features a total of eight flyable aircraft, complete with three-dimensional cockpits, in addition to a detailed Georgia combat theater. A wide variety of air, ground and naval forces from several countries is included, in addition to new campaigns and missions.

Call of Juarez: The Cartel

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:10:12 -0500

Call of Juarez: The Cartel is the third in the Call of Juarez series of first-person shooter games for Xbox 360 and PS3 (and potentially the PC platform as well), to be released in Summer 2011. Its plot features a violent road trip from Los Angeles to Juarez, Mexico, combining the adventurous elements of the Wild West with modern action themes. The game will be compatible for play on the Xbox Live multiplayer platform.

Rayman 3D

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:20:07 -0500

Rayman 3D is a remake of the Sega Dreamcast version of Rayman 2: The Great Escape for the Nintendo 3DS handheld gaming console. It will feature upgraded graphics, 3D effects and use of the Circle Pad. Planned improvements on the original version include progression, accessibility and learning curve. The game features a third person perspective, as the Rayman character journeys to rescue his friend, Globox and save his world from an army of Robot Pirates.

My Healthy Cooking Coach

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:40:27 -0500

My Healthy Cooking Coach is a videogame for the Nintendo DS featuring step-by-step assistance through a variety of recipes and allows the custom-tailoring of individual profiles by entering factors such as calories, budget and preferred ingredients. It allows meal planning using a calendar, shopping list feature and calculator. Its virtual kitchen allows the user to practice 25 of the most difficult recipes. It supports DSi as well.

Tom and Jerry Fists of Furry

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:26:05 -0500

Tom and Jerry Fists of Furry is a 3D action fighting video game for Nintendo 64 and PC, based on the popular cartoon series Tom & Jerry. The game is targeted to younger players and features both single player and multiplayer modes. Characters use any weapons available to them in a variety of settings, such as eggs and pans in the kitchen level. There is a total of 6 characters to choose from.

Circus Games

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:45:43 -0500

Circus Games is a videogame for the Wii gaming system by Family Factory. It features a range of 20 circus-themed games that offer fun for the whole family. Examples of included games include dunk tank, animal feeding and tightrope walk. It has multiplayer mode allowing 2 players to play simultaneously and employs the physical, interactive nature of the Wii gaming console controllers.

Assassin's Creed 2

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:02:16 -0400

Assassin's Creed 2 is a sandbox-style, action-adventure video game developed by Ubisoft Montreal and published by Ubisoft on November 17th of 2009 for Microsoft Windows, Playstation 3, Playstation Portable, and Xbox 360. A sequel to Assassin’s Creed, Assassin’s Creed 2 is based on 15th century Renaissance Italy, and is centered around three primary districts: Venice, Florence, and Tuscany. Players assume the role of a young nobleman named Ezio Auditore di Firenze (Ancestor of Desmond Miles), who takes revenge for the murder of his family by becoming an assassin. Users fight with dual hidden blades, use firearms, swim across canals, drag guards into the water (assassination), and even later access da Vinci’s flying machine.

Additional Information

New weapons (versus the original Assassin’s Creed) include an axe, a hammer, a pistol, a mace, a spear, two types of swords, a halberd, and two hidden blades (mentioned earlier). And the combat system is much enhanced, requiring the user to stab people, dodge arrows, and escape the wrath of ‘Seekers’.

Features

Sandbox, Action-Adventure
15th Century Renaissance Italy
Weapons & Ammunition
Stabbing / Assassinating
Swimming
Flying Machine
Multiple Weapons

Splinter Cell: Conviction

Sat, 06 Jun 2009 16:49:58 -0400

Splinter Cell: Conviction is a stealth shooter video game in development at Ubisoft Montreal, for Xbox 360 and PC, to be released by December 2009. A sequel to Splinter Cell: Double Agent, the story is focused on protagonist Sam Fisher's investigation of his daughter's death and its possible connection to Third Echelon, the black-ops unit of the NSA which he abandons at the beginning of the game. New gameplay features are to include "Mark & Execute", allowing the player to tag a target and fire at it automatically. An extended trailer for the game was shown at E3 2009.

Features

Stealth
Mark & Execute
Cutscenes integrated into gameplay
Shoot while hanging
Environment-based interrogation of enemies
Multiplayer

Gold's Gym Dance Workout

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 17:25:27 -0400

Gold's Gym Dance Workout is a combo dance and fitness game exclusively for the Nintendo Wii. The game was created in collaboration with fitness instructors from Gold's Gym. The player can choose a variety of dance options, including learning latin styles such as Salsa, Samba, Rumba, Flamenco, Reggaeton and Meringue; dancing to popular music such as Lady GaGa and Santana; playing mini-games such as rodeo bull riding, karate, rowing, kangaroo boxing, sword fighting targeted at developing specific muscle groups; and creating a 30-minutes continuous dance workout session customized to the player. The game supports a two person mode where you dance with a friend, most of the mini-games are balance-board compatible, and your progress is tracked in game.

Features

Dance to lose weight
Learn latin dance styles
Mini-games to build specific muscles
Balance-board compatible
Track progress and skill
Dance to popular music
Included one week membership to Gold's Gym

Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X. 2

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 17:25:27 -0400

Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X. 2 is the sequel to 2009's H.A.W.X. It takes place in the Middle East after the events in the first game, where player has to investigate various insurgency hotspots and the disappearance of Russian nuclear weapons. Instead of controlling one group of pilots like in the first game, the player controls three groups - British, American, and Russian. Each group has its own missions, pilots, and supporting characters. Like the previous game, the player can fly various aircraft including the F-22 Raptor, F-35 Lightning II and the Su-37 Terminator. New to the game are time-precision targeted bombs and UAV's on stealth missions, as well as the ability to takeoff and land, including aircraft carrier landings. There is also in-air refueling. Graphics and A.I. have been improved from the first game. There is a up to four-person co-op mode, and an eight-person dogfight multiplayer mode. New to any Tom Clancy game, is the in-game references to other games in the Tom Clancy universe, such as Splinter Cell and Rainbow Six.

Features

Sequel to 2009's H.A.W.X.
Aerial combat
Flight simulator with takeoff and landing
Middle East setting
Control three groups of pilots
Eight-person adversarial multiplayer
Four-person co-op
References to other games in the Tom Clancy universe

Imagine Fashion Designer World Tour

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:55:13 -0400

Imagine Fashion Designer World Tour is a simulation video game for the Nintendo DS that is a sequal to the best-selling Imagine Fashion Designer and Imagine Fashion Designer New York videogames. Intended for young girls, this game lets players design the next big thing in fashion and travel the world to develop a worldwide fashion label. Players will start as a young designer and will launch their international brand, open boutiques around the world, and design the hottest, most wanted fashion in the world. While they travel the world, players will promote their fashion brand in iconic cities as they set up runway shows, photoshoots, celebrity endorsements, and more. You will be able to choose a brand name and design collections following different themes, and DSi players will be able to photograph real world patterns and use them in their designs.

Specifications

System: Nintendo DS
No. of players: 1 player
Release Date: Oct 20, 2009
Publisher: Ubisoft
Developer: Virtual Toys
Genre: Simulation
ESRB Rating: E

Pure Futbol: Authentic Soccer

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 17:25:28 -0400

Pure Futbol is an arcade-style soccer game by Ubisoft available for the PS3 and XBox 360 video game consoles. Players can compete in 5 on 5 matches either in single player mode or online against other players. It received an overall rating of 4.0 out of 10 on IGN.com. The arcade-style of the game is most similar to EA Sports' FIFA Street series, and like that game Pure Futbol is less of an authentic, technical soccer simulator and more of an action oriented, pick-up-and-play game more suited for the casual player than for the knowledgeable soccer enthusiast. Players create their own team with imaginary players or use representations of real life teams and famous players. Critics have noted that the shooting mechanic is poor, the graphics are not of high quality, and the AI of players not under your control is lacking.

Features

campaign and exhibition modes available
fast paced 5 on 5 matches
team up with or compete against 4 other players online and offline
compete in both regional and global leaderboards
create and upload your players for others to download and use
slow motion replays intensify key game moments
control 230 players, 17 international teams and 3 legendary teams
available for PS3 and XBox 360
arcade-style of play means faster action and few stops in gameplay for fouls

Imagine: Reporter

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 00:03:47 -0500

Imagine: Reporter is a video game to be released February 2, 2010 on Nintendo DS. Like other titles in the Imagine series, it is a simulation game aimed at girls. Gamers take on the role of a reporter, investigating stories, conducting interviews, and filming news reports. The character can travel by bicycle, car, and helicopter. Gameplay is divided into mini-games, and will make use of the DSi camera. Players will be able to progress from local newspaper reporter to national TV host.

Features

Journalism simulation
Mini-games
Bicycle, car, and helicopter travel
Investigate stories
Conduct interviews
Film news reports
Design magazine covers
Take pictures using DSi camera
Career advancement

My Fitness Coach 2: Workout & Nutrition

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 13:46:22 -0500

My Fitness Coach 2: Workout & Nutrition is another addition to the Nintendo Wii series and is a video game that brings the gym to the household. The fitness video game includes a personal virtual trainer that teaches different exercises as well as provides advice and motivation. With close to 80 exercises focused on different goals such as weight loss and lower cholesterol levels, the game is as realistic as it gets. Players also have the option of choosing their goals to help design their own workout program as well as customizing their virtual workout environment.

Features

Personal virtual trainer teaches moves, provides advice and motivation
About 80 exercises for weight loss and dieting
Personalized goals let you choose your type of program
Chart your progress with graphs
Customize your environment and workout music

Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 17:59:11 -0400

Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood is a western themed first-person shooter available on Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Windows. As the prequel to 2006's Call of Juarez (Xbox, Windows), the game takes place during and after the Civil War. Bound in Blood was created by Warsaw developer Techland, and released on June 30th, 2009.

System Requirements (PC version)

Windows XP (with SP3) / Windows Vista (with SP1)
Intel Pentium 4 3.2 GHz, Intel Pentium D 2.66 Ghz, AMD Athlon 64 3500 +
1 GB for Windows XP / 2 GB for Windows Vista
Graphics card with 256 MB RAM, compatible with DirectX 10.0 or DirectX 9.0c with Shader Model 3.0 - supported cards: NVIDIA GeForce 6800/7600-7950/8600-8800/9600-9800/GTX 260-280, ATI RADEON X1650 - 1950/HD 2400-2900/3650-3870/4650-4870
4 GB of disk space
Sound card compatible with DirectX 9.0c
DVD-ROM

Imagine: Party Planner

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 14:08:04 -0500

Imagine: Party Planner is a virtual simulation game for the Nintendo DS that revolves around the idea of planning parties. Players can plan virtual parties for events like weddings, charity galas, birthdays and millionaire balls. To make sure events are successful and creative, there are a variety of mini-games to help unlock extras and rewards that can be used to purchase customizable items. To help define the experience, players can also design and mail party invitations and view their animated events once they're completed.

Features

Plan virtual parties like charity galas, weddings and birthday parties
Mini-games that unlock extras
Design and mail invitations for guests
Unlock rewards and spend points on customizable items
View completed parties through flashy and colourful animations

Shaun White Snowboarding: World Stage

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 17:14:19 -0400

World Stage is the latest installment in Ubisoft Montreal's Shaun White Snowboarding series. It will be released exclusively for the Wii during the 2009 holiday season. The game includes eight mountains to explore, and 75 challenges to complete. It features co-op and competitive multiplayer modes with online leaderboards, but no online multiplayer mode. The player can customize the experience with unique equipment and accessories unlocked by completing challenges. Jumps and tricks are controlled using the Wii Balance Board.

Features

8 mountains, 75 challenges
Co-op and competitive multiplayer modes
Unlockable boots, boards, jackets, etc.
New season competition calendar
Balance Board support

R.U.S.E.

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 18:28:06 -0500

From the creators of Act Of War: Direct Action comes R.U.S.E. a PC video game that revolves around strategy and war tactics. Similar to games such as Command & Conquer, R.U.S.E. allows players to control the action in the heart of battles. With the IRISZOOM engine, the release has larger maps that are much more larger than other strategy games which makes the difficulty a bit tougher. By using different personal such as spies and decoys, R.U.S.E. takes an extensive approach at strategy games and combines it with great visuals and detailed settings.

Features

Story based on World War II
Extensive maps and missions
Uses realistic strategy and tactics
Impressive and detailed graphics and environment

Imagine Zookeeper

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 23:05:21 -0400

Imagine Zookeeper is a zookeeping simulation game released in October 2009 from Ubisoft. In this game, players will have several tasks you might expect a zookeeper to perform, such as leading visitors on a fun tour of the park or taking photographs of baby animals to track their growth. Players will also be able to explore their preserve and learn knowledge about the different animals and their various needs. Other duties include rescuing injured wild animals and nursing them back to health at the preserve headquarters. You will also help wild animals by preventing poachers from entering your preserve and learn fight pollution to keep your part safe for all.

Specifications

Developer: Magic Pockets
Genre: Simulation
Publisher: Ubisoft
Platform: Nintendo DS
ESRB: E

Assassin's Creed: Bloodlines

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 16:14:13 -0400

Assassin's Creed: Bloodlines is an exclusive PSP game announced at E3 2009. This title is a part of the Assassin's Creed franchise and is a prequel to the game Assassin's Creed II, although you will be playing as the character Altair rather than Ezio. If you own the PS3 version of Assassin's Creed II, you will be able to unlock several health and weapons upgrades for both titles. Like other titles in this series, the main character in this game reacts to the terrain fluidly, diving through holes and climbing ledges with only the creative application of the Free Run button. Characters and environments are rendered in order to maximize the PSPs visual capabilities for a beautiful looking game.

Features

PSP exclusive
Assassin's Creed II prequel
PS3 Connectivity with Assassin's Creed II
Dynamic locomotion
Tremendous visuals

Red Steel 2

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 16:51:30 -0400

Red Steel 2 is an action-fighting video game for Wii, to be released in the fourth quarter of 2009. Ubisoft Paris, the studio behind the original Red Steel, retains development duties. The player will take the role of a 'Swordsman' in a futuristic metropolis. The game takes advantage of the Wii MotionPlus for precise in-game replication of sword and gun movements. It features a first-person close combat system allowing the player to fight up to six enemies at once. The game will not include a multiplayer mode.

Features

Immersive urban setting
Wii MotionPlus support for precise control
Close combat system
Exclusively for the Nintendo Wii platform
To be released in late 2009

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Smash-Up

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 17:44:38 -0400

TMNT: Smash-Up is an upcoming fighting video game for the Wii, in development at Game Arts and Team Ninja, and planned for release in September 2009. It will be the third fighting game in the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise. Modes including Story, Battle Royale, Tournament, Winner/Loser Out, and Practice will be available for up to four players. The game will also feature online multiplayer, as well as unique single-player modes. The artistic style will resemble that of the 2007 TMNT movie.

Features

Up to four players
Interactive environments
Story Mode
Battle Royale
Tournament
Winner/Loser Out
Practice Mode
Online multiplayer

Academy of Champions

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 17:30:07 -0400

Academy of Champions is an upcoming arcade soccer video game aimed at children. In development at Ubisoft Vancouver, it is set for release in 2009 as a Wii exclusive. The story-driven game features the legendary Pelé as a coach at a soccer academy. Few gameplay details are currently available, but it is known that the game will be compatible with the Wii Balance Board and MotionPlus accessories.

Features

Compete against rival academies to win Champion Cup
Soccer legend Pelé as coach
Supports Wii Balance Board
MotionPlus compatibility

Rabbids Go Home

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 18:34:04 -0400

Rabbids Go Home is a Nintendo Wii game revealed by developer Ubisoft at E3 2009. Unlike previous versions in this series, Rabbids Go Home does not feature Rayman and is not a collection mini games. In this version, you will control two Rabbids, which you can customize and abuse by "bringing them into your controller". You will take these two Rabbids through various levels with a shopping cart trying to collect as much stuff as you can in hope to built a pile of junk to their home; the moon. Your primary nemsis in this game are humans who are dressed in "verminator" costumes and their dogs. There are several variations on gameplay, including the addition of a rocket booster to the shopping cart. As with all games in the series, Rabbids Go Home is a simple and fun game with a good sense of humour.

Features

Customizable Rabbids
Story based gameplay
Takes advantage of Wii Remote
Quirky humour
Only for the Nintendo Wii platform
To be released late 2009

No More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 18:05:10 -0400

No More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle is a sequel to the popluar Nintendo Wii game, No More Heroes. In the first installment, you play as Travis Touchdown who is an ex-wrestler turned assasin trying to reach #1 rank in the UAA (United Assassins Association) using a "beam katana". This sequel joins Travis three years after he withdraws from the UAA, and has fallen to 51st place, when he is asked to rejoin. Gameplay is similar to the previous version with a combination of beam katana attacks and wrestling moves, however this time around, Travis will be able to wield twin beam katanas. The stylized graphics have also made a return with some minor improvements and the quirky sense of humour is also back, however developers (Ubisoft) are hoping to make this iterration slightly more serious. They are also hoping to improve upon the open world game play in which you make money to accept ranking challenges, and purchase various items.

Features

Unique style
Quirky humour
Twin beam katanas
Improved open world gameplay
Only for the Nintendo Wii system
To be released in 2010

Avatar: The Game

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 16:24:07 -0400

Avatar: The Game is a video game in development at Ubisoft, based on a science-fiction film directed by James Cameron. The movie and game are to be released in December, 2009. The game will incorporate 3D technology, as will the movie, introducing a new level of immersion for gamers. The movie is set in the 22nd century on Pandora, a small moon orbiting a distant planet, inhabited by humanoid creatures called Na'vi. The protagonist is a paralyzed ex-marine who takes control, through a mental link, of a human-alien hybrid on Pandora, where he falls in love with a princess and is caught up in the conflict consuming the world. The game's story may or may not be connected to that of the movie; gameplay details will surely emerge as the release date nears.

Features

3D technology
Play as human or Na'vi
Developed by Ubisoft
Available on all 3 major gaming platforms: XBOX 360, PS3 and Wii
To be released in December 2009

Press Your Luck 2010 Edition

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 20:36:08 -0400

Press Your Luck 2010 Edition is a trivia video game based on Press Your Lucky, an American television show that aired in the 1980s. It was released for Nintendo DS, Nintendo Wii, and Microsoft Windows in 2009 and features thousands of general knowledge trivia questions. Every correctly answered trivia question allows the player a spin, which they can then use on an 18-space game board chockablock with cash and prizes. The overall goal is to amass as much cash and prizes as possible, while trying as hard as possible to avoid the notorious Whammy — a red cartoon creature with a cape that jumps onto the game board and steals all the contestant’s money. Included with the game are premium 3D graphics, custom highly-detailed avatars, and a total of 3000 trivia questions and 50 whammy animations.

Features

Trivia Video Game
Nintendo DS
Nintendo Wii
Microsoft Windows
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CSI Deadly Intent

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:48:01 -0400

CSI Deadly Intent is an adventure style video game based on the popular television series CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. Released in October 2009, it is the seventh CSI game to be released and will feature Dr. Ray Langston, just as in the television series. Partner with the cast of CSI Season 9 working together on crime scenes or during tough suspect interrogations. For the first time in any CSI game, you will help other detectives in their investigations and gain their respect through your actions and teamwork. There is a new and improved interrogation system for more realistic character interaction and you will be able to use DNA and microcope analysis, among other techniques, while in the lab. CSI Deadly Intent is available on Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Wii, Nintendo DS and Xbox 360.

Specifications

Developer(s): Telltale Games, Other Ocean (DS only)
Publisher: Ubisoft
Platform(s): Microsoft Windows, Wii, Xbox 360, DS
Release date(s): October 13, 2009 (PC and Xbox 360, NA) October 20, 2009 (DS and Wii, NA)
Genre: Adventure
Mode: Single player
Rating(s) ESRB: M / T (DS version only)

Petz Pony Beauty Pageant

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 11:29:37 -0400

Petz Pony Beauty Pageant is a simulation game offered by Ubisoft as part of their line of Petz games released for the Nintendo DS. in Petz Pony Beauty Pageant players can customize their ponies' manes, saddles, hoofs and more, and enter them into beauty pagents that will lead them to the Grand Pony Parade. Players can play as an expereienced pony trainer running a Pony Club and making new friendships with other trainers. You can train take car of your ponies by feeding, washing and brushing them to make them shine. Training your pony can be done through mini games for dressage and jumping. You can collect stickers for each animal and exchange them with friends via wireless gameplay.

Specifications

System: Nintendo DS
No. of players: 2 players simultaneous
Release Date: Oct 13, 2009
Publisher: Ubisoft
Developer: Hotgen Studios
Genre: Simulation
ESRB Rating: E

Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:45:06 -0400

Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes is a puzzle role playing strategy video game developed by Capybara Games for the Nintendo DS and is a part of the Might and Magic franchise. The game is the third title in the Ubisoft set and acts as a prequel to Heroes of Might and Magic V taking place in the fictional world of Ashan and focuses on five main protagonists - Godric, Aidan, Anwen, Nadia and Fiona each of whom command knights, demons, elves, wizards and necromancers respectively. Gameplay combines elements of both turn-based strategy games and puzzle video game genres following a story-based mission and optional quests, although the primary focus of the game is the turn-based battles. There is also a multi-player mode with twelve playable heroes.

Specifications

Developer: Capybara Games
Publisher: Ubisoft Entertainment
Writers: Jeff Spock, Dan Vader
Series: Might and Magic
Platform: Nintendo DS
Release date: October 13, 2009
Genre: Puzzle, strategy
Modes: Single-player, two-player

Anno 1404 (Dawn of Discovery)

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 19:08:47 -0500

Anno 1404 (Dawn of Discovery) is a real-time strategy game released for Microsoft Windows in summer 2009, and then later ported to the iPhone in spring 2010. Players start on a deserted island and must build a full-fledged civilization by interacting with foreign cultures, learning new technologies, and producing goods like mosaic, coffee, carpets, and much more. As players progresses, they earns access to naval vessels/troops, the Noria (a water pump), and a chance to meet the Sultan. An expansion titled Anno 1404: Venice, which adds multiplayer, was released in February 2010.

Features

Real-Time Strategy
City-Building
Microsoft Windows
IPhone
Diplomacy
Research
Production
Multiplayer (Venice Expansion)

Gold's Gym Cardio Workout

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:16:43 -0500

Gold's Gym Cardio Workout is an exercise video game for the Nintendo Wii console that was released in 2009. It’s based on the ‘shape boxing’ fitness program used at the Kyoei Boxing Gym and as such, it includes both basic cardio exercises and boxing regiments. Included are exercises like squats and push ups; exercises related to back training, abdominal training, and log cutting; and boxing routines like shadow-boxing, press-ups, and sit-ups. In addition to providing a personal training experience—scheduled workouts, calories burned, weight evaluation—the game also offers a diet management system for additional tracking purposes. It’s received good reviews for its music choices, locations (gym, forest, seaside), and easy-to-understand instructions. However, the graphics are equivalent to 480p TV graphics.

Features

Exercise Video Game
Personal Training Experience
Scheduled Workouts
Diet Management
Exercise Calendar
Multiple Training Modes
Multiple Fitness Levels
Cardio Exercises
Strength-Training Exercises
Boxing Exercises
BONUS 7-Day Gold’s Gym Pass

No More Heroes

Sat, 01 Dec 2007 23:13:24 -0500

From the creators of Killer 7, No More Heroes takes place in the town of Santa Destroy. You play as Travis Touchdown, who is on a quest to get money so he can buy videogames. When he wins a beam katana through an online auction and uses the weapon to begin a career as a proffessional killer. One day an assasin named Helter Skelter shows up and they face off. Travis emerges victorious and is informed by a mysterious french women named Silvia Christel that he is the #11 ranked assasin in an organization known as the UAA.

More to be added later.

Flanker 2.5

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:15:55 -0500

Sunny Garcia Surfing

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:11:51 -0500

Rabbids Travel in Time 3D

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:21:16 -0500

Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X.

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 03:14:34 -0400

Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X. is a flight simulator & “aerial warfare” video game developed by Ubisoft Romania and released by Ubisoft on March 3rd of 2009 for Microsoft Windows, Xbox 360, and Playstation 3. Based on Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter, Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X. is set in the year 2014 and involves users partaking in air combat missions as U.S. Air Force pilots. In addition, H.A.W.X. includes an Enhanced Reality System (ERS), which features an anti-crash system, a damage control system, detailed radars, and incoming missile detection. However, users have the option of disabling the ERS to increase difficulty. As for gameplay, Tom Clancy’s H.A.W.X. offers a first-person cockpit view and an external third-person view. Users can play either via a keyboard or with the Ace Edge flight stick. Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X. retails for $49.99.

Features

Flight Simulator
Aerial Warfare
Real-Time Combat
Air Force Missions
Enhanced Reality System
First Person / Third Person Views
Available for the Xbox 360, PS3, Wii and Microsoft Windows platforms

IL 2 Sturmovik: Forgotten Battles

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:09:46 -0500

Donald Duck: Goin' Quackers

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:10:20 -0500

Heroes of Might and Magic III & IV Complete Collection

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:37:42 -0500

Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:50:25 -0500

Close Combat 4: Battle of the Bulge

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:17:10 -0500

Silent Hunter: Wolves of the Pacific Gold Edition

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:37:21 -0500

Shadowbane: Throne of Oblivion

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:25:29 -0500

The Amazing Race

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:18:50 -0500

Dukes of Hazzard: Return of the General Lee

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:42:21 -0500

Imagine Fashion Designer New York

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:22:18 -0500

Rocky Balboa

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:13:50 -0500

Fashion Studio Paris

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:10:45 -0500

TMNT

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:39:08 -0500

Winnie the Pooh's Rumbly Tumbly Adventure

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:11:36 -0500

Imagine: Master Chef

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:10:05 -0500

CSI: Crime Scene Investigation

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:48:12 -0500

The Settlers VI: Rise of an Empire Gold Edition

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:22:10 -0500

Combat of Giants Dinosaurs 3D

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:39:28 -0500

Planet of Death (POD)

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:22:42 -0500

Safari Photo Africa: Wild Earth

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:15:26 -0500

Imagine Movie Star

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:43:10 -0500

Dogz 4

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:13:24 -0500

Lock On: Modern Air Combat

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:21:13 -0500

Monster 4x4 2 World Circuit

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:15:43 -0500

Assassin's Creed Altair's Chronicles

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:42:50 -0500

Catz 4

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:20:28 -0500

Petz Dogz Family

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:40:47 -0500

CSI: New York The Game

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:21:52 -0500

Imagine: Makeup Artist

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:48:48 -0500

Dark Messiah of Might & Magic Elements

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:38:10 -0500

Cranium Kabookii

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:46:53 -0500

Walt Disney's The Jungle Book Rhythm N' Groove

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:21:58 -0500

Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:16:51 -0500

Firefighter Command: Raging Inferno

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:17:57 -0500

Capitalism 2

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:44:52 -0500

Imagine Ballet Star DS

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:42:26 -0500

Imagine Interior Designer DS

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:46:46 -0500

TMNT 2

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:43:37 -0500

Petz Fantasy: Sunshine Magic

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:37:16 -0500

Imagine: Resort Owner

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:22:20 -0500

Petz Crazy Monkeys

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:44:44 -0500

Prince of Persia: Rival Swords

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 02:09:35 -0400

Based entirely upon 2005's Prince of Persia: The Two Thrones, but revamped with Wii controls. The Prince makes his way back to his home in Babylon, bringing with him the Empress of Time. But he finds his home ravaged by war. The Empress of Time is kidnapped and murdered, unleashing the Sands of Time. The Sands threaten to destroy the Prince and everything that he holds dear. But the sands have already tainted the Prince. Now a Dark Prince dwells inside of him, threatening to posses him completely.

Players can now perform speed kills, combat, and acrobatics with Wii controls. The game also differs from Two Thrones by toning down the violence. There is no longer blood or decapitations, making the game T instead of M rated. With its unique blend of combat, puzzles, and platforming Prince of Persia: Rival Swords is sure to please gamers that missed the original.

Star Wars: Lethal Alliance

Mon, 22 Jan 2007 21:56:05 -0500

Taking place between episode III and IV, you control Twi'lek Rianna Saren and her security droid Zeezo in full 3-D. Your task, given to you by the Rebel Alliance, is to discover the Empires new deadly weapon, the death star.

IL2: Forgotten Battles Gold Pack

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:14:20 -0500

Imagine Gymnast DS

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:41:10 -0500

Sam Power Firefighter

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:21:31 -0500

The Price is Right

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:21:44 -0500

AND 1 Streetball

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:48:33 -0500

F1 Pole Position 64

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:16:57 -0500

Just Dance 2

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:16:24 -0500

Myst V: End of Ages

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 17:43:46 -0500

Pro Rally 2002

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 18:23:51 -0500